Sea Machines<\/a> is a leading developer of autonomous command and control systems for marine surface vessels.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n
Under the program, MMA will provide instruction to cadets using MMA\u2019s 41-ft Coast Guard cutter-class workboat R\/V Quickwater, which is being outfitted now with Sea Machines\u2019 SM300 autonomous control system, and a shoreside command station located on campus.<\/p>\n
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According to a statement, MMA students will command and control the autonomous vessel in the Castine Harbor and surrounding areas from the shoreside station. A primary focus of the program will be to demonstrate and document autonomous vessel technology\u2019s ability to increase at-sea situational awareness, safety, energy efficiency, operational performance and the environmental impact thereof.<\/p>\n
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\u201cWhile learning about autonomous systems and their impact on the future of the commercial marine industry, project managers and MMA students will measure the vessel\u2019s emissions output to determine the precise efficiencies gained, documenting differences among various engines, equipment and sea states. During these hands-on trials, participants will collect additional data about the vessel\u2019s situational awareness and operational performance, predictability and safety during missions,\u201d the statement said.<\/p>\n
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\u201cThe importance of this partnership extends beyond providing quantitative data for what we already know \u2013 that autonomous technology can be leveraged to improve vessels\u2019 operational efficiency, productivity and predictability while reducing at-sea navigation incidents. This project is ultimately about preparing future merchant marine officers with the training and skills they will need to command the digital, data-driven commercial fleets of the 21st century. We also anticipate that this initiative will further accelerate the multi-user operational review and validation of human-in-the-loop autonomous systems,\u201d said Sea Machines\u2019 Michael G. Johnson, CEO. \u201cMMA and MARAD have been tremendous partners and we look forward to working with them on this project and others like it in the future.\u201d<\/p>\n
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\u201cThe goal of this initiative is to expand Maine Maritime\u2019s current research portfolio and to provide our students with the opportunity to gain education and training on new \u2018smart vessel technology.\u2019 The cutting edge technology will enhance students\u2019 awareness of and use of such systems, which are quickly entering the maritime industry,\u201d said MMA\u2019s Jennifer Norwood, assistant professor, marine transportation. \u201cIn addition to supporting our students, we look forward to providing the META Program with the data it needs to understand how advanced marine technologies can impact maritime operations and sustainability.\u201d<\/p>\n
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The program is made possible through MARAD\u2019s Maritime Environmental and Technical Assistance (META) Program.<\/p>\n
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